A/B test banner designs and messaging to optimise results
Display Advertising
Testing different banner designs and messaging helps you figure out what works best for your audience. While it can be time-consuming, it’s great for improving engagement and conversions. Just watch out for the added complexity!
Tools
| Name | Description | Pricing | Ease of Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| AdEspresso | AdEspresso is a user-friendly tool for creating, managing, and optimi… |
Freemium
from $49.99/mo
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Easy
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| AdRoll | AdRoll is a comprehensive platform for running display, social, and e… |
Paid Only
from $99.99/mo
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Moderate
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| BannerSnack | BannerSnack makes it easy to design and share eye-catching banners fo… |
Freemium
from $19.99/mo
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Easy
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| Google Analytics | Google Analytics is a web analytics platform that tracks and reports … |
Paid Only
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Moderate
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Objectives
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Customer Acquisition | Customer Acquisition is the process of attracting and converting new … |
| Engagement | Engagement in marketing refers to the interactions between a brand an… |
| Lead Generation | Lead generation is a vital marketing objective that focuses on identi… |
| Sales | The marketing objective 'Sales' focuses on increasing revenue through… |
| Traffic | Increasing website traffic is a fundamental marketing objective focus… |
Demographics
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Entrepreneurs | Entrepreneurs are typically characterized by their innovation, risk-t… |
| Gen Z | Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, is a cohort characterized b… |
| Health and Fitness Enthusiasts | Health and Fitness Enthusiasts are a vibrant demographic, defined by … |
| High-Income Earners | High-Income Earners are characterized by their significant financial … |
| LGBTQ+ Community | The LGBTQ+ community is a dynamic and diverse demographic group defin… |
Promotes
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| App | The 'App' is a cutting-edge digital platform crafted to enhance user … |
| Brand | Brand represents the unique identity of a business, encompassing its … |
| Content | Content is a fundamental element of contemporary marketing, encompass… |
| Digital Product | A Digital Product refers to an intangible asset distributed in digita… |
| Event | The 'Event' is a strategic platform that enables marketers to connect… |
Sectors
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Arts and Entertainment | The Arts and Entertainment sector is a dynamic industry encompassing … |
| Communication | The Communication sector encompasses a broad array of services and te… |
| Education | The Education sector encompasses institutions such as schools, colleg… |
| Financial Services | The Financial Services sector is a vital part of the global economy, … |
| Food and Beverage | The Food and Beverage sector is a vital part of the global economy, e… |
Strategy
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Customer Acquisition Strategies | Attracting new customers involves various tactics like ads, social me… |
| Customer Retention Strategies | Keeping customers loyal involves personalized communication, rewards,… |
| Data-Driven Marketing Strategies | Using data to guide marketing decisions helps target the right audien… |
| Digital Marketing Strategies | Using online channels to reach customers can boost your visibility an… |
| Multichannel Marketing Strategies | Reaching customers through multiple channels, like social media, emai… |
Sub-strategy
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Email Marketing Strategy | Sending targeted emails to your audience to promote products, share u… |
| PPC Strategy | Pay-per-click (PPC) strategy involves paying for ads to appear in sea… |
| SEO Strategy | Improving your website to rank higher in search results, an SEO strat… |
| Social Media Strategy | Creating and sharing content on social media platforms to engage with… |
| Sales Funnel Optimization Strategy | Improving each stage of your sales funnel to boost conversion rates a… |
Technologies
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytics & Data Tracking |
Channel
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Display Advertising | Display advertising uses visual ads on websites and apps to capture a… |
Sub-channel
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Vimeo | Vimeo is great for showcasing and sharing high-quality video content.… |
| YouTube | YouTube is an online platform where you can upload and view videos on… |
| Banner Ads | Banner ads are eye-catching visual advertisements displayed on websit… |
| Google Display Network | Google Display Network helps you reach a wide audience with visually … |
| In-App Advertising | In-app advertising leverages the time people spend on mobile apps to … |
Quick Facts
Channel
Display Advertising
Advertising Type
Display
Company
Platform
Google Ads
Difficulty Level
Estimated Cost
Time to Impact
Short (Weeks)
Tags
Pros
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Improves targeting by allowing you to identify which designs and messages resonate most with your audience.
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Increases conversion rates by optimizing banner elements that lead to better results.
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Data-driven decisions provide concrete evidence on what works and what doesn’t.
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Dynamic adjustments enable you to test and optimize in real-time.
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Enhances user experience by showing the most effective and appealing banners.
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Cost-effective approach, especially if doing it in-house or using affordable tools.
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Scalable for multiple campaigns, making it easier to adapt and reuse successful elements.
Cons
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Time-consuming to set up multiple tests and analyze results.
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Requires significant traffic to achieve statistically significant results.
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Complex to manage as you need to track multiple versions and metrics.
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Risk of incorrect conclusions if not properly designed or executed.
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Initial costs may be high for tools and resources required.
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Can be frustrating if the desired results are not achieved quickly.
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May lead to over-optimization, focusing too much on minor elements rather than overall strategy.